The best campgrounds near Emporia, Virginia with showers

If you're looking for camping near Emporia, Virginia with shower facilities, Lakeside Retreats @ Walnut Hill (195 reviews), R.O.S.A. Land Campground (114 reviews), and The Forge at Fiddler's Ridge (86 reviews) are some of the top campsites in the area. Popular amenities at these campsites include campfires, pet-friendly accommodations, and showers. And if you're into horseback riding, hiking, or boating, you'll find plenty of opportunities nearby. So pack your bags and get ready for a fantastic camping experience in the beautiful outdoors near Emporia, Virginia!

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Top-rated campgrounds

If you're looking for camping near Emporia, Virginia with shower facilities, Lakeside Retreats @ Walnut Hill (195 reviews), R.O.S.A. Land Campground (114 reviews), and The Forge at Fiddler's Ridge (86 reviews) are some of the top campsites in the area. Popular amenities at these campsites include campfires, pet-friendly accommodations, and showers. And if you're into horseback riding, hiking, or boating, you'll find plenty of opportunities nearby. So pack your bags and get ready for a fantastic camping experience in the beautiful outdoors near Emporia, Virginia!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Solitude at Thornton Farm

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40mi from Emporia · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Wakefield, VA

Peace and quiet equals “Solitude at my farm. I’m just like you. I want to camp at a quiet place in the country where it’s plenty of acres and no houses to look at and a clean bathroom and shower. Well it’s here. I’m Located in Wakefield Virginia. If you’re traveling to Virginia Beach I’m one hour away. From my farm there is a free ferry in Scotland where the ferry departs to Williamsburg just 30 minutes. At my farm I have 5 sites for tent/camping so it’s spaced appropriately apart I have 2 Rv sites totally away for their privacy and a new mini house also properly spaced away. All have a clean picnic table and a fire pit. 100 feet away you’ll find that clean bathroom, shower and a wash station for hygiene. You’ll see the love I put into this and because I love it and my prior guests love it, which means it may be right for you also. In the town of Wakefield you’ll find gas stations, dollar stores, a Value food market and if you want (to go) food we have that also. Plus it’s home to The Virginia Diner. Amenities include toilet access, a shower, trash disposal, picnic tables, and potable water. Pets are allowed, as are campfires.

2. Creekside Cool Bus

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47mi from Emporia · 1 site · Lodging · Chesterfield, VA

Experience the ultimate glamping adventure in our converted school bus! Nestled on 5 acres of land, the campsite features lush woods and a creek. Enjoy the peace and quiet of nature with the comfort of a home away from home. Our skoolie is the perfect basecamp for outdoor adventures-30 minutes to Richmond and 5 minutes from the nearest trailhead at Pocahontas State Park with pass included. Our skoolie comes equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay, but please read the full description to make sure this is the right experience for you! Please note the interior height is only 6 feet. *We are located in the woods with ticks, bugs, and other wildlife. We have provided bug spray and highly recommend you treat your dogs for ticks before arriving. *Beds Queen-sized bed in the back and the couch bed folds to a size slightly smaller than a full mattress, with bedding included. The bus will sleep 3 comfortably, 4 if you really like each other! *Full Kitchen Gas stove top. All kitchen utensils included. Kitchen sink with hot water and a 7 gallon jug underneath the sink that you will need to empty if full. *Bus Bathroom Composting toilet- for urinating only. *Main House Full Bathroom Full bathroom, shower, and laundry. If you are not comfortable with a 150ft walk to use the bathroom facilities, this may not be the ideal booking for you. *Electricity Has 2 USB outlets and a standard wall outlet. Try to charge your electronics during the day due to the solar panels, and do not use the wall outlet at night. Wifi is available. *Heating/Cooling A/C unit for summer. Diesel heater and wood stove for winter. *Outdoors Large charcoal grill (charcoal not provided). There is plenty of firewood to collect in the woods. Look for the gnomes and follow the trail from the campsite to the creek. Feel free to check out and feed our chickens! *Pets All pets are welcome! We do have a dog who is not able to access the camp area. Keep your dog on a leash unless able to come when called. *Guest access You will need to drive on a dirt road and over small roots to access the school bus. Cars are able to access the bus without difficulty. Parking at the front of the bus. *Extra guests Max of 4 guests to stay on the bus, but there is room to pitch a tent.

3. Reckless Raven Farm

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43mi from Emporia · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Victoria, VA

Welcome to RRF! We are a small ranchette that specializes in sheep, horses, and chickens. Located in Victoria Virginia, the farm is an hour to Richmond, 45 minutes to Farmville, and 45 minutes from John Kerr reservoir (on the boarder of NC). We are pet friendly, and the property is completely fenced. Enjoy free unlicensed fishing on property in our small pond, stocked with catfish and bluegills, or let the pups swim away the summer heat. Enjoy a walk on the nearby Tobacco Trail, fish at one of the many nearby rivers and lakes. Roast marshmallows over a fire and stargaze or catch fireflies all night. All sites have access to a portable compost toilet, and we can provide water for the sun showers. We have tent sites, and an RV site, 420friendly but we do not partake. PLEASE NOTE: No Check In After 9PM! The camp sites are only available with direction of host ( new closer parking area and camp area access gate for 2025!!) Exceptions can be made in an emergency stay. THINGS TO DO IN TOWN: Bike or hike the Tobacco Trail and see the railroad park. Local farmers market and livestock sales- down town. The lake at the VFW- good fishing and lovely strolling paths See the falls or fish and hike at Nottaway Falls. NEAR BY ATTRACTIONS: Swim, relax and enjoy the waterfall at Whittle’s Mill- 35 min drive. John Karr Dam and Reservoir- great sandy swimming beaches. Fishing, hiking and picnic areas. Best place ever! 45 minutes south. . Amenities/ Activities: friendly sheep, goats and horses to pet and feed metal detectors to borrow free fishing and poles provided free fire wood- collect your own or from cut piles laundry for a fee in house pots and pans to cook grill for site upon request free fresh eggs Horse rides available for donation which helps offset feed or veterinary needs. This experience may not be available due to weather or other factors, be sure to talk to us prior to your visit to determine availability and requirements. Your off leash pets must be ok with chickens. We do have an overly excited friendly blue Heeler that roams our farm.

4. Country Living at Its Best!

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47mi from Emporia · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Suffolk, VA

This 46-acre horse ranch is located in the Whaleyville township of Suffolk. We are off of Highway 13, five miles from North Carolina state line. The 46 acres include 15 acres of pasture that host horse and sheep, and 31 acres of surrounding woods for hiking, camping, horseback riding and ATVs. A unique wildlife swamp borders the rear of the property.Learn more about this land:Enjoy country tranquility on this 46-acre horse ranch! 15 acres of pasture host horses and sheep. 31 additional acres available for camping, hiking, ATVs, and hunting. Unique wildlife swamp borders the property. Great star gazing!Located in the Whaleyville township of Suffolk, off of Highway 13 and 5 miles from North Carolina state line.

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North Bend Park Campground

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Pocahontas State Park Campground

47mi from Emporia · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · in Pocahontas State Park

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Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

49mi from Emporia · 603 sites · Tents, RVs · in Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

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Merchants Millpond Campground

50mi from Emporia · 47 sites · Tents, RVs · in Merchants Millpond State Park

Stories from the community

Timothy

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Reckless Raven Farm

This place is awesome. Great host great property super nice would highly recommend.

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Michael

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Reckless Raven Farm

Lacie and her family were extremely friendly, helpful, and welcoming. The tent campsites felt super private, the land is beautiful. They provided us with treats to feed the horses, they keep fishing and cooking equipment in their barn for you to use. They even hooked us up with some cooking oil when we forgot ours. Only minutes from town but you feel like you're worlds away out there. They sent us off with a fresh dozen eggs and smiles. We had an amazing time and will absolutely be back.

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Riyadh

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Solitude at Thornton Farm

This was my first time camping & Marvin made me feel right at home ! Beautiful location! I will definitely be back again !

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Sonya

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Solitude at Thornton Farm

Best place ever! We came and had our first camping trip as a family. Marvin and his wife were extremely kind, understanding, patient and supportive. My ten year old son absolutely loved camping here at the farm and Marvin made us feel like we were at our other home. We are already planning to go back! What a dream of a trip! Thank you Marvin for ensuring my son and husband are convinced camping is our thing. And being only a hour from Downtown Norfolk, oh we will def return often as we can.

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Maro

October 2025

Tent

2 nights at Solitude at Thornton Farm

Marvin and Roz were so friendly. I felt very welcomed. The site was comfortable. Marvin set up a fire for us both nights we were there.

Heidi

September 2025

Tent

With pets

3 nights at Reckless Raven Farm

Lovely place to camp! We had a great time, and our dog really loved being off leash throughout our stay. Me and my husband appreciated having an outhouse and camp shower too. But something to consider is the walk from car to campsite, which could be difficult for some people. There are destinations nearby to fish, hike, swim and sightsee. The hosts, Lacie and Doug, are sweet and helpful. We were given black walnuts, muscadine grapes and wild oranges that all grow on their land. So cool to see that. Overall, we had a great time!

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Melody

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Solitude at Thornton Farm

This was truly an amazing stay and I will forever be grateful for the kindness and hospitality shown during our stay…. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Emily

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Reckless Raven Farm

Charming farm filled with variety of animals. Owners are nice people with great hospitality. Definitely recommend the carrot cake and the french toast breakfast. Nice wooded area for camping site.The sunrise complete with foggy pastures. Would recommend and will return.

Garrett

September 2025

With kids

2 nights at Creekside Cool Bus

Awesome area, Very comfortable and well equipped! Quick to respond to any questions we had

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Erin

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Reckless Raven Farm

Lacie and Doug were the kindest people I have come across in a long time. They cared about my comfort level and were extremely accommodating. They have such a beautiful relationship with their animals. There are a lot of camp sites to choose from and their house has an authentic farm feel. The French toast was delicious. They made it easy to check in and out. I would HIGHLY recommend this experience. I can’t say enough positive things about this family. They have a wonderful son who was very helpful. He is going to do great things! The future is bright! Thank you Reckless Raven!

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tiffany

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Creekside Cool Bus

it was a pleasure to camp at the creekside cool bus! the whole experience came with ease, starting with great communication from chloe, the skoolie provided everything we needed (& more) for a cozy retreat into nature. there was plenty to explore, a gnome lined walking trail along the creek and a short drive to the state park. the campsite is isolated enough to have your own privacy but close enough to access the full bathroom. it really was the perfect place for reconnection with each other and nature.

Nate

August 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Reckless Raven Farm

I had a fantastic time at Reckless Raven! I really enjoyed meeting the sheep, goats, and horses. Doug and Lacie were very generous hosts and I felt right at home there. The campsite itself was beautiful, next to fields and trees with just enough space from the other campsites. I'd absolutely stay here again next time I'm passing through Virginia.

The sugar shack now has a privacy fence for this independent purist

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Ryan

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Solitude at Thornton Farm

Lovely quiet spot. The AC in the sugarshack was a lifesaver. Loved the little walking trail and all the little amenities. The host was super nice and helpful as well. Definitely will be visiting again.

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Frida

August 2025

With kids

1 night at Creekside Cool Bus

The kiddos and I loved the experience! Gracious and attentive host. Can’t wait to come back.

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No

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Reckless Raven Farm

beautiful stay, quiet and private, and the hosts were friendly and attentive! would 100% stay again and hope i have time to feed the animals next time!

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James

August 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Solitude at Thornton Farm

This is such an amazing and breathtaking property! Frequent visitor.

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Mikki

July 2025

22 ft pop-up camper

3 nights at Reckless Raven Farm

Doug and Lacie went above and beyond!! Doug helped me get my camper backed in and leveled. Lacie walked a bottle opener out to us in the rain!! Great conversation. Loved all the animals. Peaceful. Lacie made a killer breakfast for us. Both of them helped pack up the camper and got us on our way. Awesome place, awesome people. We will be back!

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Jessica

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Reckless Raven Farm

Camping here is perfect. They went above and beyond everything that we could have thought of, we really enjoyed the site and conversations. Spending time with the animals was amazing, and we got lucky enough to ride the horses. They were incredibly patient and thorough with how to handle or give treats, and the animals were all so well behaved and loved the attention. The fishing was great, and they took us to the reservoir before going on our way. My favorite however was waking up, and walking the trail as the sun rose above the fog. This was the most peaceful camping I've ever had, and I can't thank y'all enough for hosting!

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Tristan

July 2025

Tent

1 night at Reckless Raven Farm

Camping here was great they were so nice and everything was conveniently close. 10/10 would go again

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Catherine

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Creekside Cool Bus

This is a unique place to stay with lots to do all around it. The bus was well equipped with everything you need to enjoy a peaceful quiet vacation or long weekend. Hosts were excellent and very friendly! The property and creek were fun to explore. I highly recommend this location and will definitely be returning.